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9 March 2026
Infineum Opens New Blending Facility in India
The new facility in Patalganga enhances supply reliability, supports local manufacturing, and aligns with India's growth and sustainability goals.
6 March 2026
Gasunie 2025 Report: Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Energy Systems
Invested €1.2B in energy security and transition. Hydrogen, CO2 projects near completion. Net profit rose to €85M. Gas transport up, especially to power stations.
6 March 2026
Iberdrola Acquires First Wind Farm in Victoria, Australia
Iberdrola acquires Ararat Wind Farm, expanding its presence in five Australian states and reinforcing its renewable energy strategy with a 242 MW capacity.
5 March 2026
RWE Adds 2 GW to U.S. Energy Capacity
RWE completed 15 projects in 2025, adding solar, wind, and battery storage across seven U.S. states, creating 3,500 jobs and investing over $500 million in local communities.
5 March 2026
Neste Releases 2025 Green Finance Report
Neste allocated EUR 610M to Rotterdam's refinery expansion, boosting renewables capacity. EUR 510M remains unallocated. The 2025 report highlights strong investor support for green projects.
5 March 2026
Altris and Mecaware Join 2026 EIC Accelerator
Selected for EIC funding, they aim to scale battery materials and recycling, enhancing Europe's clean energy and circular economy efforts.
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5 March 2026
UPM Invests in Tyrvää Hydropower Modernization
UPM is upgrading Tyrvää plant with modern automation and eco-friendly turbines to enhance grid flexibility and reduce environmental impact, completing by 2030.
5 March 2026
Sinopec's Largest South China Solar Project Begins Power Generation
A 17.1 MW solar project in Guangxi connects to the grid, using fish ponds for efficient power and aquaculture, supporting green energy for Beihai Refinery and Sinopec's clean energy goals.
5 March 2026
Refining and Chemical Engineering Group Secures Kazakhstan Butadiene Project
The project enhances Kazakhstan's petrochemical industry, offering technology licensing, design, procurement, and construction to boost synthetic material supply and industry transformation.
4 March 2026
EU Proposes Industrial Accelerator Act to Boost Manufacturing and Jobs
The Act promotes EU-made low-carbon products, simplifies permits, and sets FDI conditions to enhance EU manufacturing, economic security, and supply chain resilience.
4 March 2026
Nobian and VERVAEKE Launch Europe's First ADR-Certified Hydrogen Truck for Chemical Transport
A hydrogen truck pilot in the Netherlands aims to reduce CO₂ emissions in chemical logistics, offering a sustainable alternative to diesel for ADR-classified products.
4 March 2026
Celtic Renewables Secures £16.23M for Grangemouth Biorefinery Expansion
Funding will boost biorefinery capacity 10x, creating jobs and supporting sustainable manufacturing in Grangemouth.
4 March 2026
BASF Expands Dispersion Production in Durban, Marks 60 Years in South Africa
BASF boosts dispersion supply in Africa, enhances technical support with a new lab, and modernizes facilities to ensure quality and reliability.
4 March 2026
thyssenkrupp Uhde's EnviNOx® Cuts Nitrous Oxide Emissions at CSBP
EnviNOx® tech reduces N₂O emissions by 98% at CSBP's nitric acid plants, aiding WesCEF's 2030 emissions goals and supporting decarbonization in agriculture and mining.
4 March 2026
Heliup Secures €16M to Expand Lightweight Solar Panels in Europe
Heliup's funding boosts lightweight solar panel deployment on rooftops with limited load capacity, aiding Europe's energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
4 March 2026
NEXTCHEM Secures €485M Contract for Hydrogen, Ammonia, Urea, and Methanol Technologies in West Africa
The project includes hydrogen, ammonia, and urea units across three sites. Engineering has begun, with €10M recognized pre-FID.
4 March 2026
Siemens Invests €200 Million in Amberg Smart Factory
Siemens plans a smart factory in Amberg by 2030, focusing on AI, automation, and sustainability, while training 2,400 employees for digital transformation.
4 March 2026
Sinopec Advances Sichuan Basin Gas Exploration
Yuanlu 33 Well in Sichuan Basin yields over 1 million cubic meters of gas daily, enhancing resource base and reducing exploration costs through innovative techniques.
3 March 2026
RIFT Secures €114M to Scale Iron Fuel Technology
€113.8M funding will develop a commercial iron fuel facility, aiming to decarbonize industrial heat and avoid over 1M tonnes of CO₂ emissions. Operational by 2029.
3 March 2026
TotalEnergies and AllianzGI Partner for 800 MW Battery Storage in Germany
TotalEnergies sells 50% stake in 11 battery projects to AllianzGI, investing €500M in Germany's energy infrastructure, operational by 2028, enhancing grid resilience and renewable support.
3 March 2026
Clariant and Vertimass Partner to Scale CADO Biofuels Technology
The partnership aims to scale zeolite catalysts for converting biobased alcohols into liquid fuels, combining decades of expertise with innovative technology for sustainable fuel production.
2 March 2026
SPIE Acquires ROFA Industrial Automation AG in Germany
SPIE expands its industrial services in Germany, enhancing automation and intralogistics capabilities, with expected growth in EBITA and EPS. Transaction completes in Q2 2026.
2 March 2026
Tecnimont Secures $1.3B EPC Contract
Tecnimont will execute a $1.3B EPC contract for a hydrocarbon plant, including utilities and offsite facilities, with completion expected by 2031.
2 March 2026
PPG, IPG Photonics, Whirlpool Advance Laser-Based Powder Curing
Laser curing offers faster, energy-efficient powder coating, reducing costs and environmental impact. Pilot trials underway to enhance productivity and sustainability.
2 March 2026
Novo Nordisk Invests €432M in Athlone Facility Expansion
The investment boosts GLP-1 production, creates 500 construction jobs, and enhances Ireland's role in global supply outside the US. Completion expected by 2028.
2 March 2026
Equinor's Rapid Development Plan for Snorre Oil Discovery
New oil discovery in Snorre area to be quickly developed using existing infrastructure, reducing costs and environmental impact, while supporting European energy security.
2 March 2026
thyssenkrupp Uhde to Study Biomass-to-Methanol Integration for Nova Sustainable Fuels in Canada
The study will assess the integration of gasification and methanol synthesis to produce 450,000 metric tons of bio-methanol annually, aiding decarbonization in transportation and shipping.
2 March 2026
Galp 4Q & FY25 Financial Results
Strong 2025 performance with €2.2bn cash generation, 4% DPS increase, and €250m buyback. Key growth in Brazil, Namibia, and Sines. Net debt at €1.3bn, FCF at €81m.
27 February 2026
ZILS Investments Surpass €20 Billion, Boosting Regional Growth
ZILS attracts major investments in energy, industry, and tech, enhancing Sines' role as a key production and export hub, creating jobs and boosting economic competitiveness.
27 February 2026
aicep Global Parques Enhances Angola Business Park Cooperation
From February 23-26, a visit to Angola focused on sharing best practices, fostering synergies, and exploring collaboration in industry, logistics, and sustainable development.
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